2015 Lexus ES 300h review
Lexus ES 300h highlights
Customer rating
Pros
- Hybrid
- Spacious interior
- Upscale features
Cons
- Slow accelerations
- Confusing infotainment
- Few standard driver assist features
Mileage (EPA estimate)
40 city, 39 highway, 40 combined
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Spacious hybrid sedan
If you’re looking for a sedan that’s comfortable and spacious, the 2015 Lexus ES 300h fits the bill. An added benefit is that the hybrid will minimize your trips to the pump, thanks to its 200-hp propulsion system consisting of a 2.5L four-cylinder engine coupled with an electric motor. As part of three available driving modes, the 2015 ES 300h offers an electric-only mode at low speeds. Available luxury features including a panoramic sunroof, heated, ventilated leather seats, bamboo accents, and driver-assist features add to the sedan’s appeal.
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What is new for the 2015 Lexus ES 300h?
- ES 300h trims have been upgraded with Rear Sunshade, Rear View Camera, and Rear Spoiler as standard equipment this year.
- Panoramic Sunroof and Power Hatch/Deck Lid features are now available as options on select trims.
5 reasons to buy the 2015 Lexus ES 300h
1. Hybrid
Whether you want to save time and money, or lighten your carbon footprint, the 2015 Lexus ES 300h is a great choice. The sedan comes with a 2.5L four-cylinder engine, coupled with an electric motor. With that 200-hp propulsion system, the ES 300h gets an EPA-estimated 40 mpg combined fuel economy, allowing you to go further between fill ups.
2. Family-friendly
The 2015 Lexus ES 300h is surprisingly family friendly, allowing you to swoop from the boardroom to the school pickup line without missing a beat. With 40 inches of rear legroom, teens or adult passengers will have plenty of space. You can install rear-facing car seats without cramping the driver or front passenger, utilizing the two sets of LATCH anchors in the rear seat.
3. Luxurious
Even if you fly business class and only stay in the best hotels, you’ll be impressed by the cabin of the 2015 Lexus ES 300h. Synthetic leather and a sunroof come standard. For an even more refined cabin, choose the available Ultra Luxury package, which comes standard with leather seats (heated and ventilated in front), a panoramic sunroof, a power seat sunshade, and power-adjustable thigh length for the driver's seat.
4. Solid sound system
Whether you’re on your way to the gym or a night of dancing in a club, your music will sound great in the 2015 Lexus ES 300h. An eight-speaker audio system comes standard, while a premium 15-speaker Mark Levinson® surround-sound system is available as part of the Navigation package. Standard Bluetooth® integration lets you connect to your phone seamlessly.
5. Multiple driving modes
Sometimes, you want to know you’re utilizing the electric motor, while others you want the peppy acceleration that the gas engine delivers. The 2014 Lexus ES 300h lets you choose your drive style with the standard “Drive Mode Select” system. It has three modes: ECO mode, best for day-to-day driving; Sport mode for improved performance; and EV, or all-electric, mode for city driving.
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Ratings & reliability
RepairPal gave the Lexus ES 300h an overall reliability rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars, which RepairPal describes as Excellent. This rating ranks Lexus ES 300h 2nd out of 68 among Luxury Midsize Cars.
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Base 2WD 4D Sedan
Standard Features
- ABS Brakes
- Air Conditioning
- Alloy Wheels
- AM/FM Stereo
- Automatic Transmission
- Auxiliary Audio Input
- Bluetooth Technology
- CD Audio
- Cruise Control
- Leatherette Seats
- Overhead Airbags
- Power Locks
- Power Mirrors
- Power Seat(s)
- Power Windows
- Rear Defroster
- Rear Spoiler
- Rear Sunshade
- Rear View Camera
- Satellite Radio Ready
- Side Airbags
- Smart Key
- Sunroof(s)
- Traction Control
- A/C Seat(s)
- Automated Cruise Control
- Blind Spot Monitor
- Bluetooth Technology
- Front Seat Heaters
- Heated Steering Wheel
- Lane Departure Warning
- Leather Seats
- Mark Levinson Sound
- Memory Seat(s)
- Navigation System
- Panoramic Sunroof
- Parking Sensors
- Power Hatch/Deck Lid
- Satellite Radio Ready
Drive Wheels
Front Wheel Drive (2WD)
Engine size
2.5L
Horsepower
200
Torque (ft-lbs)
156
Engine type
Hybrid
Fuel capacity
17.2
Wheelbase
111"
Overall length
192.7"
Width
71.7"
Height
57.1"
Leg room
F 41.9"/R 40"
Head room
F 37.5"/R 37.5"
Front tires
P215/55VR17
Rear tires
P215/55VR17
Seating capacity
5
Transmission
Automatic
2015 Lexus ES 300h FAQ
The 2015 Lexus ES 300h Base offers 40 MPG City and 39 MPG Highway. It is important to remember factors such as driving style, weather conditions, and the use of features such as Eco mode can impact fuel efficiency.
The Lexus ES 300h received a rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from RepairPal, which RepairPal describes as Excellent. This rating ranks the Lexus ES 300h as 1 out of 68 among Luxury Midsize Car
Here is what's new for the 2015 Lexus ES 300h:
- Rear Sunshade
- Rear View Camera
- Panoramic Sunroof
- Power Hatch/Deck Lid
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